Intriguing reflections in this New York Times essay on the limits to our understanding of the ultimate nature of the universe through current scientific theories. In reviewing recent works by scientists, philosophers, and mathematicians that propose alternate theories to the reigning paradigms — such as that mathematics or even consciousness may be a fundamental constituent of reality — the author highlights the need for an “intellectual humility” that can recognize that, perhaps, decades or millenniums from now...science on Earth, circa 2014, will look like nothing more than a good start.” What might first person insights from contemplative traditions add to these musings?
Posted on: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 15:15:54 +0000
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